Episode 25: Can AI help Britain build faster?

Episode 25: Can AI help Britain build faster?

Author: University of the Built Environment August 25, 2026 Duration: 37:47
Can AI help Britain build faster, or is the sector too fragmented to use it properly? Mark Farmer, Dermot O'Riordan, Phil Baily, Kamran Choudhury Overview Britain faces an urgent challenge to build more homes, yet delivering development projects requires coordination across a fragmented network of planners, developers, consultants, contractors, regulators and technology systems. While artificial intelligence is increasingly used informally by individuals throughout the sector, formal organisa...

For anyone curious about the forces shaping our cities, skylines, and the very spaces we live and work in, University of the Built Environment offers a thoughtful look behind the scenes. This podcast comes directly from the institution of the same name, a specialist in supported online education for this vital sector. Each episode delves into the practical realities and future trends of the construction and real estate industries, moving beyond theory to explore how these fields operate today. You’ll hear from a wide range of voices, including current students navigating their online studies, graduates applying their knowledge in the professional world, and experienced staff members who bring academic rigour to complex subjects. The conversations are grounded and informative, providing a genuine sense of what it means to learn and build a career in this dynamic area. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a student considering your options, or simply fascinated by the built world around you, this series connects the dots between education and industry. It’s a chance to listen in on discussions that are shaping the future of our environment, one project and one idea at a time.
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